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Human Generated Data

Title

Dagger-Axe in a Bronze Haft with Curved End

Date

12th-11th century BCE

People

-

Classification

Ritual Implements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Grenville L. Winthrop, 1943.51.6

Human Generated Data

Title

Dagger-Axe in a Bronze Haft with Curved End

Date

12th-11th century BCE

Classification

Ritual Implements

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Grenville L. Winthrop, 1943.51.6

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2019-04-09

Weapon 99.3
Weaponry 99.3
Knife 99.1
Blade 99.1
Dagger 87.8
Tool 85
Letter Opener 63.1

Clarifai
created on 2018-02-19

one 97.3
no person 96.1
jewelry 95.4
art 93.3
science 89.6
weapon 89.5
metalwork 88
stone 86.3
old 85.7
water 82.2
industry 80.6
rock 80.1
illustration 80
steel 79.2
people 78.9
reflection 78.8
still life 78.5
side view 77.9
sculpture 77.9
retro 75.1

Imagga
created on 2018-02-19

scabbard 100
sheath 100
covering 58.4
blade 36.8
knife 28.8
tool 28.4
dagger 27.1
metal 24.1
weapon 23.2
object 21.3
steel 15.9
cut 15.2
hand 14.4
sharp 14.3
close 13.7
handle 13.4
gold 13.1
danger 12.7
closeup 12.1
work 11.8
black 10.8
single 10.7
silver 10.6
equipment 10.6
shiny 10.3
business 9.7
food 9.7
cutting 9.7
currency 9
detail 8.8
cooking 8.7
dangerous 8.6
construction 8.6
nobody 8.5
wood 8.3
metallic 8.3
brown 8.1
paper 7.8
color 7.8
edge 7.7
money 7.7
health 7.6
finance 7.6
tools 7.6
fashion 7.5
traditional 7.5
style 7.4
yellow 7.3

Google
created on 2018-02-19

weapon 95.5
cold weapon 74.8
knife 71.2
melee weapon 54.2

Microsoft
created on 2018-02-19

weapon 63.4
knife 31

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Axe

Clarifai

Knife

AWS Rekognition

Axe 85%

Categories

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2018-02-19

a close up of a knife 42.4%
close up of a knife 38%
a knife next to it 27.7%

Clarifai

No captions written

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-12

a photograph of a knife - wielding knife - wielding knife - wielding knife - wielding knife

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-06-30

a knife with a green and brown design

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-05-13 on 2024-12-30

The image shows an ancient dagger with a handle that appears to be richly decorated. The handle seems to be made of bronze or a similar material, with intricate patterns and inlay work, potentially using turquoise or other greenish-blue stones. The blade is made of jade, which has a pale, milky appearance with some brownish spots. The overall impression is of a ceremonial or high-status weapon, likely of significant historical and cultural value. The dagger is set against a plain, dark gray background, which helps to highlight its details.

Created by gpt-4 on 2024-01-27

The image displays an ancient dagger with a curved hilt. The hilt appears to be made of a metal that has developed a greenish patina, possibly copper or bronze, indicative of considerable age. It is ornately decorated with what seems to be inlaid or encrusted designs, forming intricate geometric or perhaps symbolic patterns. The blade of the dagger has a more subdued tone, smooth and possibly crafted from a different metal, perhaps iron or steel, with hints of oxidation. Its shape is streamlined, widening slightly from the hilt and tapering to a pointed tip. The overall condition suggests a historical artifact that may have been excavated or preserved from an earlier civilization. The background is a solid, neutral color to emphasize the details of the dagger without distraction.

Anthropic Claude

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-25

This appears to be an ancient decorative object in the shape of a bird or bird's head, likely a ceremonial piece or ornament. The object has two distinct sections: one part appears to be made of metal with a smooth, golden or copper-like finish, while the other section features an intricate mosaic or inlay pattern made with what looks like turquoise stones or similar blue-green materials. The mosaic section creates a detailed geometric pattern across what would be the bird's neck or body area. The piece seems to be photographed against a dark gray background, highlighting its distinctive design and craftsmanship. This style of work is reminiscent of ancient Mesoamerican or Native American decorative arts, particularly in the use of turquoise inlay work combined with precious metals.

Created by claude-3-haiku-48k-20240307 on 2024-03-29

The image shows an ancient dagger or knife with a unique and ornate handle. The handle appears to be made of a metallic material, possibly bronze or copper, and is decorated with intricate mosaic-like patterns in shades of green, suggesting the use of turquoise or other similar materials. The blade itself is a dull, weathered color, likely made of a harder material like stone or metal. The overall impression is of a striking and well-crafted ancient weapon or tool, with a sense of history and cultural significance in its design and craftsmanship.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-24

The image depicts an ancient knife with a blade and handle, showcasing a unique blend of materials and craftsmanship. The knife's blade is made of a light-colored stone or metal, possibly bronze or copper, featuring a pointed tip and a flat edge. The handle is crafted from a combination of materials, including turquoise, bronze, and possibly other metals, with intricate designs and patterns etched into its surface.

The knife's design suggests that it may have been used for ceremonial or ritual purposes, given its ornate handle and the use of precious materials like turquoise. The image provides a glimpse into the craftsmanship and artistic expression of ancient cultures, highlighting the importance of knives as both functional tools and symbols of status and power.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2024-12-01

The image presents a close-up view of an ancient dagger, showcasing its intricate design and craftsmanship.

  • The dagger features a curved handle made from a material that appears to be a combination of metal and stone or ceramic, with a mosaic pattern of small, rectangular pieces in shades of green, blue, and brown.
    • The handle is adorned with a decorative design, possibly featuring a floral or geometric motif.
    • The material used for the handle exhibits signs of aging and wear, with visible cracks and discoloration.
  • The blade is made of a light-colored metal, likely bronze or copper, and is shaped like a pointed oval.
    • The blade is attached to the handle via a small metal band or collar.
    • The blade's surface displays a subtle sheen, suggesting it may have been polished at some point.
  • The background of the image is a solid dark gray color, which helps to highlight the details of the dagger.
    • The background is devoid of any other objects or distractions, allowing the viewer to focus solely on the dagger.

In summary, the image showcases an ancient dagger with a unique and ornate handle, accompanied by a pointed oval blade. The dagger's materials and construction suggest it may date back to an ancient civilization, and its intricate design and craftsmanship demonstrate the skill and attention to detail of its creators.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image shows a knife with a green handle and a white blade. The handle is made of a green material with intricate designs. The blade is made of a white material, possibly ivory or bone. The knife is placed on a gray surface, which could be a table or a shelf. The knife appears to be an antique or vintage item, possibly from a historical period.

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image features an ancient knife with a unique and intricate design. The knife blade is made of ivory, and it has a handle that is crafted from a combination of bronze and turquoise inlays. The handle has a distinctive shape, with a spiral design and a small hole in the center. The blade itself is elongated and has a pointed tip, suggesting that it was used for slicing or cutting. The bronze and turquoise inlays on the handle are arranged in a geometric pattern, with small turquoise squares and rectangles set into the bronze background. The overall appearance of the knife is both elegant and functional, with a design that is both visually striking and practical.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-29

Here's a description of the image:

The image presents a close-up of what appears to be an ancient or historical dagger-like artifact, set against a neutral gray background. The dagger is horizontally oriented, with the handle to the left and the blade extending to the right.

The handle has an ornate design, covered in small, irregular tiles of what seems to be turquoise or a similar blue-green stone. These tiles are set within a darker metal matrix, potentially bronze or copper, that shows signs of oxidation or corrosion, giving it a greenish patina. The handle has a curved shape with a distinct loop at the end and what looks like a guard or crossbar nearer to the blade.

The blade itself is smooth and has a pale, off-white or creamy color, suggesting it could be made of bone, ivory, or another light-colored material. It has a broad, flat shape that tapers to a pointed tip. The surface of the blade shows subtle variations in color, with some darker, mottled patches, indicating age or wear.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-29

Here is a description of the image:

The image displays an ancient dagger or knife. The handle and the guard are ornately decorated with turquoise-colored mosaic-like pieces, possibly stone or ceramic, set into a bronze or copper base. The handle features a curved grip and a design that includes a spiral at the end. The guard has a rectangular form with two protruding rectangular elements at its top and bottom, suggesting a hilt.

The blade is a light, almost ivory color with a slightly blunted, elongated teardrop shape. The blade appears to be made of a different material than the handle, possibly metal, and has visible patina or wear and tear. The overall composition suggests a carefully crafted artifact, possibly from a historical or archaeological context.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-01

The image depicts an ancient ceremonial dagger or knife. The blade appears to be made of a light-colored material, possibly bone or ivory, and is relatively long and slender. The hilt is intricately designed with what looks like a combination of metalwork and inlaid decorative elements, likely made of turquoise or other precious stones. The craftsmanship is detailed, with patterns and possibly symbolic designs adorning the hilt. The overall appearance suggests it could be an artifact from an ancient civilization, possibly used for ceremonial or ritual purposes rather than practical use. The item is displayed against a dark background, which accentuates the details and colors of the dagger.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

The image depicts a historical artifact, specifically a type of dagger or knife with a intricate design. The handle of the dagger is made of bronze and features a decorative inlay of small pieces of colored stone or glass, possibly turquoise, arranged in a geometric pattern. The blade appears to be made of a pale stone or jade material, giving it a smooth and polished surface. The craftsmanship and design suggest that this dagger may be of significant historical or cultural importance, likely originating from an ancient civilization. The overall aesthetic is one of both utility and artistry, reflecting the skill and attention to detail of the creators.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-11

This image depicts an ancient ceremonial knife or dagger, likely of Mesoamerican origin. The blade is made of a light-colored material, possibly obsidian or a similar stone, and is smooth with a polished surface. The handle is intricately decorated with a mosaic of turquoise and other colored stones, set into a metal base, possibly bronze or copper, which shows signs of age and oxidation. The design on the handle includes geometric patterns and possibly symbolic motifs, such as a mask or face, which are common in Mesoamerican art. The craftsmanship suggests that this artifact was likely used for ceremonial or ritualistic purposes rather than practical combat. The overall condition of the object indicates that it is an archaeological artifact, probably from a pre-Columbian civilization.